Kiveton Park Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

February 2024 marked a notable shift in Kiveton Park’s crime profile, with a 25.4% reduction in the overall crime rate to 5.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 25.4% below the UK average of 7.1. This decline, though modest, aligns with the seasonal context of winter’s end, where reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull may temper crime opportunities. The most prevalent crime types were anti-social behaviour (26.3% of total incidents), violence and sexual offences (23.7%), and vehicle crime (23.7%), each reflecting distinct local dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average for most categories, remains a persistent issue, with its rate (1.4 per 1,000) 33% above the national benchmark. Vehicle crime, at 1.3 per 1,000, is strikingly higher—195% above the UK average—likely linked to the built-up area’s traffic density and infrastructure. Violence and sexual offences, however, are 48% below the UK average, suggesting effective local interventions or demographic factors. The seasonal context of February—characterised by limited outdoor activity and colder temperatures—may contribute to the relatively low rates of property crimes and theft, though the surge in public order offences complicates this narrative. These patterns highlight the combination of local conditions and broader crime trends, warranting ongoing monitoring as the area transitions into spring.

February 2024 saw a 200% increase in public order crimes, the most dramatic month-on-month swing, rising from one to three incidents. This spike may reflect the return of school activities or the impact of colder weather on community interactions. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, reaching 10 incidents, which is 33% above the UK average for this category. Vehicle crime rose by 50%, a trend consistent with the area’s higher-than-average prevalence of this offence (195% above UK levels). Conversely, burglary and shoplifting both declined significantly, with burglary falling 66.7% to one incident and shoplifting dropping 60% to two. These decreases contrast with the surge in public order offences, suggesting a shift in criminal activity patterns. The stark disparity between vehicle crime and UK averages highlights a localised challenge, potentially linked to the built-up area’s infrastructure and traffic patterns.

Kiveton Park's crime rate in February 2024 dropped by 11.6% compared to January, falling from 6.0 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of a pre-spring lull, where reduced outdoor activity and colder weather may dampen opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 29-day period, a figure that translates to roughly one reported crime for every 188 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate places the area’s crime burden in stark contrast to the UK average, though direct comparisons remain limited due to differing population sizes and local dynamics. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the localised nature of crimes—such as vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour—highlights specific community challenges that may not be fully reflected in national statistics. The decrease in burglary and shoplifting, coupled with the rise in public order incidents, suggests shifting patterns that warrant further analysis of local factors.